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Defending wildlife, wild places and clean water, and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards. We work in B.C., Canada, from the Southern Rockies to the Northern Monashees. wildsight.ca

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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 30/09/2026
On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we take time to reflect on the history and ongoing impacts of colonialism, and to honour the survivors, families, and communities who continue to carry this history.
White flowers growing among green leaves in low light.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 28/09/2026
🔗 Please use our pre-written letter to demand halting logging plans in Foster Creek — just as the government's own experts recommended. 🔗 wildsight.ca/foster?source=Bluesky+… #takeactionnow #protectouroldgrowth #mountaincaribou #speciesatrisk Caribou photo by Monica Dahl
Forest with text about logging in old-growth areas and a person visible among trees.Caribou standing with overlay text about logging in its habitat.Person standing by a large tree with informative text overlay.Person hugging a large tree in a forest with advocacy message overlay.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 23/09/2026
‼️THREE DAYS left to submit your feedback about the future of the wider Cranbrook area's forests!‼️ ㅤ Survey link: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respons… Photo: Bailey Repp
Aerial view of a dense forest with a river, text reads 'Help shape the future of Cranbrook’s forests'.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 22/09/2026
Go Wild! Offers an unique experience for youth to connect with nature, other like-minded youth from across the Basin, and with themselves — as they discover how powerful the wilderness can be. Read more about this year’s Go Wild! at wildsight.ca/2026/08/25/ancient-tra…
Hikers walking on a rocky trail with mountains in the background.Group of hikers with backpacks and trekking poles in a mountainous area.Person pointing at textured rock formation with plants nearby.Silhouette of a group on a hill with sunset in the background.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 21/09/2026
One of the statements we routinely hear is that old-growth Cedars are rotten and hollow inside — and therefore dead — and should be harvested immediately before they fall and are ‘wasted’. Black and Grizzly Bears depend on hollow trees for denning and birthing their young during the winter.
A small black animal sits on rotting tree stumps in the forest.Bear resting inside a den with a comment overlay about economy and jobs.Bear nestled inside a tree hollow surrounded by forest.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 08/09/2026
If you have a fruit tree that needs picking in the East Kootenay, check out wildsight.ca/branches/kimcran/our-p… to have your fruit harvested — it will help people in the community and keep wildlife safe! @YouthClimateCorps
Person using a pole to pick fruit from a tall tree beside a house.Fruit picker tool collecting apples from a tree.Hand reaching into cooler full of green apples with some red spots.Person wearing sunglasses and a cap holding apples and a fruit picker.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 03/09/2026
Accelerating permits won’t make an uneconomic mine suddenly profitable. What it will do is compress the timeline for environmental assessments and meaningful consultation, reducing oversight and giving mines more opportunities to cut corners on things like safety and environmental protections.
Scenic view of a mining area with text overlay.Aerial view of a large mine with mountains in the background.Mountain landscape with text about market forces and permits.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 31/08/2026
“Exactly a year ago I stood in the same spot as today, looking at an ancient forest full of large Cedar and Hemlock, surrounded by dense beds of Devil’s club and ferns, listening to birdsong. wildsight.ca/2026/08/14/return-to-r…
Person in forest with large trees, and an area with tree stumps and deforestation.Two people and a dog on a large tree stump in a forest.Person looking at a large tree trunk with 'L4' painted on it in a forest.Three people and two dogs walking on a muddy trail in a forest during rain.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 28/08/2026
Are you passionate about teaching ecological literacy, nature connection, sustainability and environmental stewardship? We’re looking for an environmental educator to join our team in Castlegar area schools! Learn more: wildsight.ca/2026/08/26/now-hiring-…
A group of people looking at a paper in a forest with 'We're Hiring! Environmental Educator' text.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 27/08/2026
Billions of our hard-earned dollars should not have to fund the cleanup of massive corporations’ mines simply because our government let them cut corners. Read more at our latest blog: wildsight.ca/2026/08/11/bcs-critica…
Aerial view of a large mining site with text overlay about critical mineral frenzy in British Columbia.Mining site with truck and text overlay about economic and environmental issues.Aerial view of a mining site with large dump truck on winding road.Overhead view of open-pit mine with overlay text on cleanup costs.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 26/08/2026
Clayton Lamb chatted with us about his latest research examining how recreation trails influence the movements and behaviour of large mammals around the trail network near Fernie. Read our latest blog to find out more: wildsight.ca/2026/08/14/sharing-rec…
Bear, cyclist, and moose on the same forest trail at different times.Illustrated infographic about wildlife responses to trails with tips for responsible recreation.Bar charts showing monthly counts per zone for humans and various wildlife like black bear, cougar, and elk on different trails.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 22/08/2026
People power led to a huge win for the wild this week! Thanks to overwhelming public pushback, the Columbia-Shuswap Regional Board (CSRD) voted to deny Selkirk Tangier’s proposal for a large heli-ski lodge near Mars Creek.
Aerial view of forest and lake with overlay text about a proposed heli-ski resort stoppage.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 10/08/2026
Read more: www.biv.com/news/environment/bc-pen…
Landscape view of a mining area with text about B.C. penalizing a coal miner.Text overlay on coal mine landscape about penalties for environmental breaches.Text about EVR's penalties over a mine landscape.Text about EVR's mine tailings waste and environmental spills.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 08/08/2026
Xatśūll First Nation has joined the Syilx Okanagan Nation in petitioning for an Emergency Order to protect Southern Mountain Caribou herds. Xatśūll argues that the federal and provincial governments have failed to halt caribou declines in the face of ongoing habitat loss.
Caribou in a snowy forest with trees in the background.Caribou standing in front of trees with antlers prominent.Kúkpi7 Rhonda Phillips in a forest as part of a CBC news article.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 06/08/2026
Mining & Policy Impacts specialist Simon Wiebe sat down with Chris Walker on CBC Daybreak this week to dig into the Fording River mine extension. They discussed the importance of a comprehensive review and approval process — and why third parties should be involved.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 31/07/2026
Today is the LAST DAY for your donation for Mountain Caribou to be matched! Your gift will support our work fighting for large-scale Southern Mountain Caribou habitat protections. Can you chip in? secure.wildsight.ca/civicrm/contrib… Photo by @DavidMoskowitz
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 30/07/2026
Right now there's an opportunity to support the Kaska Dena in their vision to establish the Dene K’eh Kusan Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area in northwest BC. Sign the petition: biggestwildest.ca
Snowy mountains with a lake and forest, text about protecting Dene K'eh Kusān.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 29/07/2026
‼️ DEADLINE EXTENDED TO AUGUST 7! ‼️ Wildsight is looking for a Communications and Engagement Lead to help tell the stories behind our conservation and education work across the Columbia Basin, and beyond! wildsight.ca/about/careers-2/commun…
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 27/07/2026
Last month, a paper was published that revealed 954 km2 of critical caribou habitat has been logged in British Columbia since 2020. This is ON TOP of the 909 km2 that was logged in the 5 years prior. secure.wildsight.ca/civicrm/contrib…
Two deer in a forest with text about habitat logging.Two caribou standing in a forest with text about habitat logging.Two deer standing in a forest with text about deforestation.Two deer in a forest with text asking for help to protect species.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 24/07/2026
Baiba Morrow was recognized recently for a lifetime of environmental stewardship and conservation leadership. Read more about Baiba's story in our latest blog: wildsight.ca/2026/07/10/the-world-n…
Two hikers walking with poles near a glacier and mountains.Two women smiling and holding an award plate with text 'Ellen Zimmerman Wildsight Award'.Lush green meadow with colorful wildflowers and a towering mountain under a blue sky.People in a living room, some sitting and others standing, clapping for a speaker.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 20/07/2026
We at Wildsight have a plan to protect this iconic species, but we can’t do it without your help. Can you chip in to help protect the precious forests this iconic species depends on to survive? Visit: secure.wildsight.ca/civicrm/contrib…
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 19/07/2026
"British Columbia probably has more lichens than Costa Rica or the Amazon. This is the Amazon of the lichen world — and we have a global responsibility for the conservation of this organismal group." wildsight.ca/2026/06/23/conservatio… #lichen #rarelichens
Close-up image of seaside tube lichen with textured surface.Close-up of Tuckerman's Coral Lichen on tree bark with greenery.Close-up view of cryptic paw lichen with green moss.Close-up of orange coral lichen with branching structures against tree bark.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 17/07/2026
Eco-grief can affect all of us — regardless of where we live, how old we are, or where our hobbies or interests lie. This month, our Youth Climate Corps crew participated in an eco-grief workshop with Sonya Rokosh. They got outside and sat down to talk about their fears about the future.
Group of hikers walking on rocky terrain with mountains and trees in the background.People sitting on rocks in a forested area with art supplies and papers.Six people standing together on a rocky path in front of a mountain slope.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 10/07/2026
After more than a decade as chair of Wildsight’s Board of Directors, Brian Conrad is passing the torch to fellow board member Kelvin Saldern! Read more about Kel at: wildsight.ca/2026/06/23/wildsight-w…
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Wildsight welcomes new board chair
After more than a decade as chair of Wildsight's Board of Directors, Brian Conrad is passing the torch to fellow board member Kelvin Saldern.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 09/07/2026
Wildsight is exploring transforming wood waste into biochar — a carbon-rich form of charcoal that can improve soil health, increase water retention and store carbon. Read more: wildsight.ca/2026/06/24/can-forest-…
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 08/07/2026
The Qat'muk IPCA in the Purcells continues to advance! At around 70,000ha, it will encompass the Jumbo Valley, connecting Bugaboo Provincial Park with the Purcell Wilderness Conservancy. 📸s: Pass by Steve Ogle, grizzlies by Jim Lawrence, tarn by Petra Hekkenberg, Jumbo Wild by Garrett Grove.
Snow-capped mountain range with sunrise glow and golden trees.Two grizzly bear cubs in a forest, one standing upright.Mountain lake with trees and mountains reflected in the water.Person carving 'Jumbo Wild' into a wooden table, surrounded by candles.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 06/07/2026
📣 The deadline for public submissions is July 22! Use our pre-written letter to send your message today. Use your voice to demand our natural world remains a priority in decision-making by sending a letter at secure.wildsight.ca/major-projects?…
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 05/07/2026
Thanks to the Friends of the Kimberley Public Library, Purcell Outdoors and CBAL for helping connect kids with nature through reading and discovery. Wildsight's summer Bugs & Mini Beasts Outdoor Adventure Kit is available now at the Kimberley Public Library!
Woman reading a book to children sitting on a colorful carpet.Green Wildsight case, binoculars, and 'Backyard Birdsong Guide' on a table.Two people holding backpacks and a book in a store.Person reading a book to children on a colorful rug.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 02/07/2026
Toby Spribille has spent decades pushing through thorny Devil’s Club and moist undergrowth in British Columbia’s Inland Temperate Rainforest in pursuit of one thing: lichens. Read more at wildsight.ca/2026/06/23/conservatio…
Conservation through the lens of lichens — an interview with lichenologist Toby SpribilleLichen-covered tree trunk in a forest with blurred background.Hands holding a small sundew plant with red sticky hairs.Person examining tree bark with tools, close-up.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 30/06/2026
The migration ranges of some deep-snow caribou herds are contracting upslope by up to 23% a decade. Help us protect the habitat they depend on. secure.wildsight.ca/civicrm/contrib… 📸s by David Moskowitz, Cory DeStein, Bailey Repp, and iNaturalist
Caribou walking in snow with forest background and text overlay.Caribou with large antlers standing in a green meadow.Forest with ancient cedar trees and text about caribou migration.Caribou feeding on tree-lichens in a snowy forest with text overlay.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 29/06/2026
We're looking for a Communications and Engagement Lead to help tell the stories behind Wildsight's conservation and education work across the Columbia Basin! Apply by July 24. More details below: wildsight.ca/2026/06/29/communicati…
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 28/06/2026
As another school year comes to an end 📚 🥳 and we wrap up our 25th year of Environmental Education, we're looking back with gratitude, and forward with hope at this journey. Thank you to everyone who makes these experiences possible for the next generation. 📸s by Drew Leiterman
Children in caps and casual clothes in a forest listening to a guide.Children and an adult holding a book, inspecting a tree branch.Woman reading a book to children seated outdoors.Child pointing at a diagram on a clipboard in a grassy area.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 25/06/2026
Get that broom outta here! This week, our West Kootenay YCC crew worked alongside CKISS, removing Scotch Broom from a private property. This project not only helped mitigate the spread of the Scotch Broom, but also contributed to fire mitigation of ladder and ground fuels on the property.
Person in blue shirt and cap lifting large branches outside.A gloved hand collecting yellow flowers in a plastic bag outdoors.Two people wearing hats and gloves working amidst green plants and trees.Individual wearing a hat clearing branches in a forested area.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 22/06/2026
When most people think of rainforests, they think of tropical or coastal jungles. But over 500 kilometres from the sea sits BC’s Inland Temperate Rainforest — one of the rarest ecosystems on earth. secure.wildsight.ca/ITR?source=Rain…
Aerial view of a winding river in a forested valley.Person touching a large tree in a dense forest.Close-up of green ferns with detailed leaves in a forest.Branch with delicate white flowers and green leaves, blurred background.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 18/06/2026
YCC spent 2 days in Kimberley Nature Park last week, completing an inventory of invasive plant species alongside East Kootenay Invasive Species Council. An environmental enhancement project is planned for the area, and this inventory was an important precursor!
Six people in hiking clothes stand on a hillside with mountains in the background.Two people hiking in a grassy valley with mountains in the background.Two people crouching and examining plants on a grassy hillside with mountains in the background.Two blurred people hiking in a meadow with yellow wildflowers in focus.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 16/06/2026
Mountain Bluebirds are secondary cavity-nesters — they build their nests in cavities created by other birds (woodpeckers). These cavity nests are abundant in burned forests, and so are grasshoppers (which move in shortly after wildfire due to the hot, dry conditions that aid in their reproduction).
A mountain bluebird perched on a branch holding an insect, with text overlay about life in a burned forest. The bird's vibrant blue color contrasts with the muted background.A vibrant Mountain Bluebird perches at a tree cavity, highlighting its habitat preferences. Accompanied by text explaining their nesting behaviors.A Mountain Bluebird brings an insect to its nest, highlighting its role in post-fire habitats. Informative text on the right explains their diet.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 12/06/2026
We are deeply disappointed and disheartened by these comments. Ravi Parmar has insinuated that caribou populations are declining, in part, because they are dumb: "Not the smartest animal, that’s for sure.” Caribou are not to blame for the logging of their core habitat.
An article on the impact of wildfires and harvesting on caribou habitats in B.C., featuring a minister's insights.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 09/06/2026
Wildsight's Director of Water and Climate Graeme Lee Rowlands excels at helping people connect to place. He was recently recognized for his efforts with an Award of Excellence from CBEEN! 🎉 wildsight.ca/2026/06/04/graeme-awar…
Two men engage in a discussion outdoors, dressed warmly for the weather. The scene suggests a focus on natural or scientific topics.A man wearing a cap and jacket gestures while seated in a sunny forest setting. The autumn foliage creates a warm and inviting atmosphere.A man and woman smiling during an award presentation. The man is holding a book and a framed certificate. Both are wearing yellow lanyards.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 05/06/2026
Mark Carney is trying to fundamentally change how Canada scrutinizes the environmental impact of major industrial developments. The public consultation period has been extended to July 22. Please take 2 mins to send a pre-written letter: secure.wildsight.ca/major-projects?…
A call to action on World Environment Day urging public to protect Canada's environmental laws. The text emphasizes urgency and participation.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 03/06/2026
Alumni from our 15-day Columbia River Field School met with B.C.'s Energy and Climate Minister Adrian Dix. They spoke about dam operations, treaty renegotiations, and the role that young people can play in decision-making for the future of the Columbia Basin. wildsight.ca/2026/05/22/c...
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After the paddle: Dix urges field school alumni to speak up for the basin
Alumni from Wildsight's Columbia River Field School (CRFS) are uniquely positioned in discussions around the Columbia River and should use their voice to speak up on matters related to this region. T...
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 31/05/2026
Old-growth forests take centuries to mature. Like the landscapes we work to protect, the future we envision takes time to build—and sustained commitment from donors like you to achieve. To learn more about how you can leave a legacy for the wild, visit our webpage wildsight.ca/legacy-giving
A person stands looking up at a large tree in a dense, green forest, conveying a sense of awe and connection with nature.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 30/05/2026
Our Youth Climate Corps crew spent a day helping enhance a former logging site in the Kimberley Nature Park, planting 250 native fireweed plugs and a handful of Ponderosa Pines to help generate regrowth. Thanks to the Kimberley Nature Park Society for leading this rehabilitation!
A woman smiles while planting seedlings in a forested area. The scene conveys a sense of joy and connection with nature.A young pine seedling grows among dry fallen logs, basking in warm sunlight. The scene is serene and natural, highlighting new beginnings.A person happily engaged in planting trees outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by nature. The scene exudes a positive and productive mood.A collection of young plants with green and red leaves in a white tray set on a field. Warm sunlight creates a natural ambiance.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 28/05/2026
Burned forests can support many species — and are even essential to the survival of some. At a time when BC is pushing for massive increases in timber, it's important to remember the value in the ecological diversity of burned forests — not just the volume of lumber they hold.
A young great grey owl perches on a charred log in a post-wildfire forest. The image captures the tranquility and regrowth after a fire, emphasizing wildlife resilience.A burnt forest landscape showing regrowth with text overlay. The mood is hopeful, emphasizing nature's resilience.A Great Grey Owl perches on a charred tree trunk with a blurred natural background. Text on the image highlights the owl's ability to thrive in post-wildfire environments.A Great Grey Owl lands on a broken tree top where its chick nests. Text provides information on their nesting habits. The scene feels natural and informative.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 25/05/2026
Historical and contemporary repeat photography from the Mountain Legacy Project reveals how half a century of mountaintop-removal coal mining has altered the geography of the Elk Valley. Read more in our latest blog at wildsight.ca/2026/05/14/where-mount…
A split image showing a mountain landscape before and after mountaintop removal mining. The left side shows the untouched mountain range, while the right side shows the altered terrain.A historic black and white photograph of a mountainous landscape at Line Creek, dated 1915. The rugged terrain and layered mountain ranges offer a glimpse into early 20th-century natural beauty.Aerial view of Line Creek Mine in 2008 showing large-scale landscape impact. Text overlay provides details on the mining footprint.A historical black-and-white photo of Elkview Mountain taken in 1932. The image features a vast and rugged landscape with minimal vegetation.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 23/05/2026
Join us for a 7-kilometre fun run through a spectacular old-growth stand and learn all about the Inland Temperate Rainforest on Revelstoke’s doorstep. Sign up at wildsight.ca/events/old-growth-run-…
Overhead view of a group running along a forest trail with text promoting an old growth run event. The scene conveys a sense of adventure and nature.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 19/05/2026
Marjan Patterson’s gift for the wild honours the legacy her parents left and continues the work they started more than 50 years ago. Read more about Marjan and her family's story in our latest blog: wildsight.ca/2026/04/24/a-legacy-of…
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A legacy of love
Marjan Patterson’s gift for the wild honours the legacy her parents left and continues the work they started more than 50 years ago.
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 13/05/2026
Have you ever thought about the legacy you'll leave behind? A legacy gift is a profound demonstration of your love for the wild, and a lasting act of hope for future generations. It’s a commitment that reaches beyond a lifetime. Learn more at: wildsight.ca/about/support/legacy-g…
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Legacy giving
Love the wild. Now and forever. A legacy gift is a profound demonstration of your love for the wild, and a lasting act of hope for future
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 03/05/2026
Spring wildflowers are here and bringing colour back to the land after the whites of winter and the browns of early spring. The grasslands of the Rocky Mountain Trench are one of the first places where flowers emerge - the carpets of balsam root are well on their way!
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 22/04/2026
Whether you are keen on our latest endeavours to visit space – or you find them frivolous given the ongoings down here, one takeaway is clear: Earth is all we have. We are all inextricably tied to one another and this place. Happy Earth Day to every being that dwells here. 🌎
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Wildsight @wildsight.ca · 10/04/2026
Wildsight joins 130+ other civil society leaders from faith, labour, enviro, legal, academic & arts communities are standing together for human rights and reconciliation – calling on #BCgov to recommit to implementing, not suspending #DRIPA. Read the statement: www.wcel.org/DeclarationAct
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